Delightful home away from home...comfortable, warm and beautiful gardens.

Rolleston, Canterbury
$157 avg/night
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Set in the growing town of Rolleston and is only 20 minutes to the centre of Christchurch once on the new Motorway. Rolleston has 2 Supermarkets, a variety of shops and plenty of eateries.
The 'Shepherd's Cottage' is a charming fully furnished 20 year old cottage that is suitable for older people, couples and families whose children are aged 11 upwards only.(It is not suitable for children who are younger than this).

The charge of $200 per night is for the first 2 guests. Thereis a $50 charge per night for each extra guest. Please make sure you enter the number of guests staying when you book. Please let us know if the accommodation booked is for a couple or 2 singles.

This delightful cottage is new but old as it was built in part using rimu salvaged from the builder's grandfather's cottage. It has been redecorated giving a nod to the late 1890's, the time when the grandfather's original cottage was built.
It was previously the family holiday home in Queenstown but was transported to Rolleston in 2020 and sited in its own section and is now set up again as a holiday home. It is fully fenced and has a colourful cottage garden. This renovated and refurbished cottage is a relaxing place to stay for a night or two while touring the South Island , or stay a bit longer and enjoy a vacation locally. It is a great base from which to visit Canterbury's attractions. The railcar to the West Coast town of Greymouth can be caught from the Rolleston Railway station for a scenic day out.

Are you older You will enjoy the added features such as the new lounge furniture that has been tailor made to a comfortable height. The bathroom has easy access and a new higher toilet and the shallow steps to the cottage provide easy access with a handrail for safety.

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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Property Does Not Allow Children
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Garden Outdoor Furniture Porch Or Lanai
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Handrails In Stairways If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:30 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Katrina

    Submitted Dec 8, 2024

    Stayed Dec 6, 2024

    Easy access accommodation in Rolleston. Perfect for a family catch up - if all staying in different accom and you need your own space. Very much a cottage theme inside and out. Had everything you needed. Ideal for a couple. Quiet and private.

  • Gary

    Submitted Feb 10, 2024

    Stayed Feb 10, 2024

    Loved this charming little cottage , perfect for a small family or a couple Just passing through for one night, would have no hesitation in staying there again

  • Eddie

    Submitted Nov 26, 2023

    Stayed Nov 20, 2023

    Very cozy, nice and clean. Great place to stay

  • Kaitlyn I.

    Submitted Feb 14, 2026

    Stayed Feb 13, 2026

    Absolutely adorable home- had everything we needed, beautiful garden, good location, kind hosts. Will definitely stay again!

  • Debbie H.

    Submitted Dec 29, 2025

    Stayed Dec 26, 2025

    This cute cottage had everything we needed..beds very comfy very homelike..beautifully kept gardens very assessable suggest more than one tea bag available shower not strong but good. Highly recommend this gorgeous home..good to see many bumblebees nurturing gardens they kept to themselves thank you hosts very much..items we left for owners in fridge are fresh so enjoy!! A

  • Marion T.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2025

    Stayed Mar 26, 2025

    Great location for going to the Feild days

  • Paul T.

    Submitted Oct 31, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    Stayed before so repeat customers

  • Andreas B.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2024

    Stayed Sep 30, 2024

    This property will be my go-to every time I'm traveling for business staying over in Rolleston. It's immaculate and personal - a fully contained house in a comfortable cottage size and beautifully decorated - clean and cozy. The location is the finest Rolleston offers in a cul-de-sac - no traffic noise disturbing your peace. The hosts, Judy & Bruce are kind and easy to deal with. I trust you will enjoy your stay!

  • amy t.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2024

    Stayed Sep 18, 2024

    Cozy, warm and comfortable. Great location in Rolleston.

  • Graham J.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 24, 2024

    Property was as described. A very homely feel and a lovely two night stay would recommend.

  • Mary-Louise F.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2024

    Stayed Sep 14, 2024

    Very cute

  • laura j.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2024

    Stayed Aug 3, 2024

    Great stay, nice and warm on a cold frosty day! Thanks

  • Ruth B.

    Submitted Jul 11, 2024

    Stayed Jul 4, 2024

    The cottage provided a quiet warm haven for us to relax & recuperate between events

  • Bruce A.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2024

    Stayed May 20, 2024

    Ideal facilities, location, comfortable & roomy for us to have day visitors.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$157+
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